43 days in United States Itinerary
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Houston
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New Orleans
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Jackson
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Memphis
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Fort Smith
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Oklahoma City
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Amarillo
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Albuquerque
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Monument Valley
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Tuba City
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Grand Canyon National Park
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Las Vegas
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Yosemite National Park
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San Francisco
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Los Angeles
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Houston — 4 nights
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Bayou City
Explore Houston's surroundings by going to Kemah Boardwalk (in Kemah) and Galveston (Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum, The Strand, &more). There's much more to do: stroll the grounds of Glenwood Cemetery, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Houston Zoo, admire the masterpieces at The Menil Collection, and deepen your understanding at Battleship Texas State Historic Site.
For ratings, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Houston online trip maker.
If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, William P Hobby Airport and Scholes International At Galveston Airport. In September, daily temperatures in Houston can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to New Orleans.
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If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, William P Hobby Airport and Scholes International At Galveston Airport. In September, daily temperatures in Houston can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to New Orleans.
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New Orleans — 3 nights
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The Big Easy
New Orleans is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Louis Cathedral, see the interesting displays at Cabildo, and walk around New Orleans City Park.
To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the New Orleans holiday builder.
Traveling by car from Houston to New Orleans takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Houston in October, expect nights in New Orleans to be about the same, around 22°C, while days are little chillier, around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Jackson.
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Traveling by car from Houston to New Orleans takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Houston in October, expect nights in New Orleans to be about the same, around 22°C, while days are little chillier, around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Jackson.
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Jackson — 1 night
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On the 9th (Mon), make a trip to Mississippi State Capitol.
For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Jackson travel route builder site.
Traveling by car from New Orleans to Jackson takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. While traveling from New Orleans, expect somewhat warmer days and slightly colder nights in Jackson, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 17°C. On the 9th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Memphis.
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For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Jackson travel route builder site.
Traveling by car from New Orleans to Jackson takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. While traveling from New Orleans, expect somewhat warmer days and slightly colder nights in Jackson, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 17°C. On the 9th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Memphis.
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Memphis — 2 nights
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Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll
Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Crystal Shrine Grotto and then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Sun Studio, see the interesting displays at Graceland, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Beale Street, and finally stop by Lansky.
To see more things to do, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, use the Memphis tour itinerary maker.
Getting from Jackson to Memphis by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. October in Memphis sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Fort Smith.
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Getting from Jackson to Memphis by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. October in Memphis sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Fort Smith.
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Fort Smith — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): get engrossed in the history at Fort Smith Museum of History, then make a trip to The Clayton House, and then try to win big at Choctaw Casino.
For traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Fort Smith travel route builder tool.
Getting from Memphis to Fort Smith by car takes about 4.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Fort Smith can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Oklahoma City.
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Getting from Memphis to Fort Smith by car takes about 4.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Fort Smith can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Oklahoma City.
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Oklahoma City — 2 nights
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The Big Friendly
Oklahoma City is known for sightseeing, museums, and zoos & aquariums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: pause for some photo ops at Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, take in nature's colorful creations at Myriad Botanical Gardens, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, and get curious at SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology.
For reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Oklahoma City trip builder site.
Traveling by car from Fort Smith to Oklahoma City takes 3 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to drive to Amarillo.
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For reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Oklahoma City trip builder site.
Traveling by car from Fort Smith to Oklahoma City takes 3 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to drive to Amarillo.
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Amarillo — 2 nights
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Yellow Rose of Texas
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amarillo: Canyon (Palo Duro Canyon State Park & Lighthouse Trail). Next up on the itinerary: get a taste of life in the country at Cowgirls and Cowboys in the West, explore and take pictures at Route 66, don't miss a visit to Second Amendment Cowboy, and shop like a local with American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum.
To find other places to visit, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Amarillo trip itinerary builder tool.
You can drive from Oklahoma City to Amarillo in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Oklahoma City in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Amarillo, with lows of 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can drive to Albuquerque.
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You can drive from Oklahoma City to Amarillo in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Oklahoma City in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Amarillo, with lows of 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can drive to Albuquerque.
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Albuquerque — 2 nights
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Duke City
Kick off your visit on the 19th (Thu): get engrossed in the history at Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then wander the streets of Albuquerque Old Town. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Fri): take in the dramatic natural features at Petroglyph National Monument, then learn about winemaking at Acequia Vineyards & Winery, and then explore the striking landscape at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Albuquerque trip app.
Drive from Amarillo to Albuquerque in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Amarillo to Albuquerque, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In October in Albuquerque, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to go by car to Monument Valley.
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To find where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Albuquerque trip app.
Drive from Amarillo to Albuquerque in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Amarillo to Albuquerque, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In October in Albuquerque, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to go by car to Monument Valley.
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Monument Valley — 2 nights
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Change things up with a short trip to Natural Bridges National Monument in Blanding (about 1h 20 min away).
For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Monument Valley trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Albuquerque to Monument Valley in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and car. Traveling from Albuquerque in October, expect little chillier with lows of 6°C in Monument Valley. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Tuba City.
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For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Monument Valley trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Albuquerque to Monument Valley in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and car. Traveling from Albuquerque in October, expect little chillier with lows of 6°C in Monument Valley. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Tuba City.
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Tuba City — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): examine the collection at Explore Navajo Interactive Museum, then make a trip to Dinosaur Tracks, and then explore the stunning scenery at Coal Mine Canyon.
To see more things to do and tourist information, read our Tuba City attractions planner.
Traveling by car from Monument Valley to Tuba City takes 2 hours. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Monument Valley in October; daily highs in Tuba City reach 22°C and lows reach 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to drive to Grand Canyon National Park.
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To see more things to do and tourist information, read our Tuba City attractions planner.
Traveling by car from Monument Valley to Tuba City takes 2 hours. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Monument Valley in October; daily highs in Tuba City reach 22°C and lows reach 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough to drive to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): take in breathtaking views at North Rim Visitor Center. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Thu): trek along Bright Angel Trail.
To find traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park travel route builder app.
Drive from Tuba City to Grand Canyon National Park in 2 hours. October in Grand Canyon National Park sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can travel to Las Vegas.
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To find traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park travel route builder app.
Drive from Tuba City to Grand Canyon National Park in 2 hours. October in Grand Canyon National Park sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can travel to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 4 nights
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Sin City
Go for a jaunt from Las Vegas to Boulder City to see Hoover Dam about 50 minutes away. There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio, shop like a local with The Strip, take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas. The time zone difference when traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, you will find days in Las Vegas are somewhat warmer (32°C), and nights are much hotter (18°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Find out how to plan Las Vegas trip without stress by asking Inspirock to help create an itinerary.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas. The time zone difference when traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, you will find days in Las Vegas are somewhat warmer (32°C), and nights are much hotter (18°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 31st (Tue): take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, then get great views at Half Dome, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Yosemite Falls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Tenaya Lake, cruise along Tioga Pass, then get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View, then take some stellar pictures from Washburn Point, and finally explore the striking landscape at Glacier Point.
To find other places to visit, photos, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park trip itinerary planning website.
Explore your travel options from Las Vegas to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Las Vegas in October, plan for slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 22°C by day to -2°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.
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To find other places to visit, photos, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park trip itinerary planning website.
Explore your travel options from Las Vegas to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Las Vegas in October, plan for slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 22°C by day to -2°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, admire the natural beauty at Japanese Tea Garden, head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, and steep yourself in history at SS Jeremiah O'Brien.
To see reviews, maps, and tourist information, use the San Francisco road trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in November, plan for somewhat warmer days and much hotter nights in San Francisco: temperatures range from 20°C by day to 12°C at night. You'll set off for Los Angeles on the 5th (Sun).
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To see reviews, maps, and tourist information, use the San Francisco road trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in November, plan for somewhat warmer days and much hotter nights in San Francisco: temperatures range from 20°C by day to 12°C at night. You'll set off for Los Angeles on the 5th (Sun).
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Los Angeles — 6 nights
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City of Angels
Change things up with these side-trips from Los Angeles: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens (in Encinitas) and San Diego (Balboa Park & USS Midway Museum). Pack the 6th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 8th (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The adventure continues: take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Walk of Fame, look and learn at Griffith Observatory, and see the interesting displays at The Getty Center.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles itinerary app.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. When traveling from San Francisco in November, plan for somewhat warmer days in Los Angeles, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
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To see traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles itinerary app.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. When traveling from San Francisco in November, plan for somewhat warmer days in Los Angeles, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
Louisiana travel guide
The Pelican State
With a landscape of deltas, marshes, and swamps formed by the sediments of the Mississippi River, Louisiana is home to rich native plant and animal life, including rare species of tree frogs, ibis, and egrets. The state's urban areas, most notably the historical city of New Orleans, are some of its most popular attractions and boast a varied multicultural and multilingual heritage, strongly influenced by a mix of French, Spanish, Native American, and African cultures. Native Louisianans proudly cling to their distinctive dialects and musical traditions, offering visitors a chance to explore one of the most culturally diverse areas in North America. The homeland of both Cajun and Creole cuisines, Louisiana remains a top holiday destination for foodies from around the world.
